LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. (Nasdaq:BOOT), a leading provider of branded work and outdoor footwear, announced today that its Danner® subsidiary received new business orders for a total of $1.3 million to support the deployment of U.S. Marines. These new business orders are in addition to the $0.9 million delivery contract orders to the U.S. Marines announced on February 7, 2008.
Danner will supply 5,320 pairs of the Danner Marine Hot boot in several shipments in the first half of 2008. The Danner Marine Hot boot is specifically built with performance materials to mitigate heat. In addition, Danner received an order to ship 3,334 pairs of the Mountain Cold Weather Boot by the end of the second quarter. The Mountain Cold Weather Boot is built with extreme abrasion resistance, unique construction and a supportive Vibram® 360 outsole, to enhance performance in extreme mountain conditions and climates.
“We are honored that the United States Marine Corps looks to Danner to build the best boots to support them in the field in any environment,” said Joseph P. Schneider, president and CEO of LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. “Footwear is our passion and we strive to not only provide the highest-quality products, but to deliver on time and provide excellent customer service. Our team wants to continue to show our deep appreciation for the dedicated service of our men and women in uniform.”
Danner manufacturers the Danner Marine Hot and the Mountain Cold Weather Boot in the Company’s ISO 9001 certified manufacturing facility located in Portland, Oregon. Military Danner products are available through retail, at Exchange stores on Marine Corps, Army and Air Force military bases, and on Danner’s Web site (www.danner.com).
About LaCrosse Footwear, Inc.
LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. is a leading developer and marketer of branded, premium and innovative footwear for expert work and outdoor users. The Company’s trusted Danner® and LaCrosse® brands are distributed domestically through a nationwide network of specialty retailers and distributors, and internationally through distributors and retailers in Asia, Europe and Canada. Work customers include people in law enforcement, agriculture, firefighting, construction, industry, military services and other occupations that need high-performance and protective footwear as a critical tool for the job. Outdoor customers include people active in hunting, outdoor cross training, hiking and other outdoor recreational activities. For more information about LaCrosse Footwear products, please visit our Internet websites at www.lacrossefootwear.com and www.danner.com